State Confirms Ksh2Billion Relief Fund for Some Farmers

Burdened by years of debt, farmers have repeatedly sought government waivers to support the sector's recovery...

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President William Ruto has confirmed a Ksh2 billion allocation for coffee farmer debt waivers in the 2026/27 financial year budget.

Ksh2 billion allocated for coffee debt waivers.
President William Ruto announced the allocation at a Coffee Revival Programme launch in Kirinyaga County.
The waiver is a response to appeals from local leaders, including Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru, and follows previous allocations, though the total verified debt exceeds the current budget.

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State Confirms Ksh2Billion Relief Fund for Some Farmers - June 2026

President William Ruto has confirmed a Ksh2 billion allocation for coffee farmer debt waivers in the 2026/27 financial year budget. Separately, President Ruto is spearheading an initiative to expand Kenya's coffee markets, targeting nations like Belgium and South Korea to boost farmer earnings. At the same time, President Ruto is set to launch the Coffee Revival Programme in Kirinyaga County to rejuvenate the coffee sub-sector and improve farmer earnings.